Product Specification Sheet

EDI FlexAir® PermaCap™

Coarse Bubble Diffuser Unit
Greater unit capacity over other small diameter diaphragm coarse
bubble diffusers at less cost

• Low capital and maintenance cost • Membrane interlock feature prevents

blow out
• 5 inch diameter for greater air distribution
• Optional UDM for non-threaded connections
• Engineered air outlet orifices
• Units IN STOCK for immediate shipment
• Non-clog design
• Durable ABS body & membrane retainer
ring
• 3/8 inch or 3/4 inch NPT (male) connection
• UV Protection
• Advanced Technology EPDM Membrane
2
• Internal check valve to prevent entry of
5
solids into piping
• Promotes fluid interaction with maximum
bubble formation and dispersion
1
• Preferred mounting on bottom of air piping
• High airflow capacity
3
6

1. Threaded connector 3/4 inch NPT

(male) Inlet
2. ABS Diffuser Body
3. Inlet Orifice
4. ABS Retainer Ring - 5” Diameter
5. Check Valve
6. Premium Quality EPDM Membrane

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 Product Specification Sheet
EDI PermaCap™ diffusers are ideal for
aeration applications where intermittent
coarse bubble operation is desired. PermaCap
units are available with either 3/8 inch or
3/4 inch NPT threaded (male) inlet to allow
quick and simple installation into threaded
pipe applications. Optional UDM (Universal
Diffuser Mount) is available for non-threaded
applications. Units particularly well suited
for single drop pipe installations in package
treatment plants and channel aeration.
The diffuser assembly features a flexible
membrane element that is configured to
exclude solids during idle operations providing
long-term trouble free operation. The flexible
membrane features a non-perforated area
that is directly aligned with the air outlet
port. During idle operation the membrane
retracts and seals the air exit port reducing
back flow into the unit. The membrane
element is mechanically engaged with the
diffuser assembly preventing the membrane
from disengaging from the diffuser assembly.
The PermaCap is suitable for installation on
bottom (preferred) of diffuser piping. PermaCap
coarse bubble units offer great value as a low
cost aeration/mixing solution.

Diffuser Type Design Airflow Overall Diameter Active Surface Area Dry Weight Net Operating Buoyancy
scfm m N/h
3
in mm ft
2
m 2
lb kg lb kg
PermaCap 3/8" Orifice 2-20 2-32 5.00 127 0.13 0.012 0.19 0.087 0.040 0.018
(Coarse)
3/4" Orifice 2-20 2-32 5.00 127 0.13 0.012 0.20 0.091 0.049 0.022
PermaCap 3/8" Orifice 1-8.0 1-13 5.00 127 0.13 0.012 0.19 0.087 0.040 0.018
(Medium)
3/4" Orifice 1-8.0 1-13 5.00 127 0.13 0.012 0.20 0.091 0.049 0.022
PermaCap 3/8" Orifice 0.5-2.0 0.5-3.2 5.00 127 0.13 0.012 0.19 0.087 0.040 0.018
(Fine)
3/4" Orifice 0.5-2.0 0.5-3.2 5.00 127 0.13 0.012 0.20 0.091 0.049 0.022

• Optimum oxygen transfer efficiency is achieved when operating in the middle to low end of the airflow range.
The approximate operating pressure of the diffuser at the mid-range is 13 to 16 inches.
• Operating the unit at the high end of the range will result in reduced performance and increased operating
pressure. Use the maximum airflow value for short term operations such as peak loads or system maintenance.

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